November 2025
Installation Highlights and NAAR Year-End Awards
Thank you to everyone who joined us for NAAR’s 2026 Installation of Officers and Directors. We enjoyed a memorable evening at the iconic Lowell Observatory, celebrating our community, honoring our colleagues, and recognizing the strong leadership that continues to guide our Association forward.
Along with installing our 2026 Board of Directors, NAAR proudly recognized the following 2025 award recipients:
Loven Leadership Award: Lisa Paffrath & Jacquie Kellogg
Rookie of the Year: Matea Burleson
Distinguished Service Award: Billie McGraw
President’s Award: Mark Colletti
As we close out the year, NAAR staff would also like to extend our appreciation to our 2025 President, Michelle Linton. Her approachable nature and steady positivity have been invaluable to our association, offering members clarity, encouragement, and always a smile. Her time, attention, and leadership contributed to a smooth and productive year, and we are sincerely grateful. We also want to recognize her efforts in strengthening our engagement and community partnerships from helping launch the Beyond the Sale podcast to supporting the continued elevation of our work and the standards we uphold. Thank you for your dedication, your insight, and your commitment to NAAR!
Sign up to join a NAAR Committee in 2026!
NAAR relies on the experience and expertise of our volunteer members. For more information, please contact the listed Committee Chair or click the button below. There are lots of opportunities to serve!
Advocacy Committee
Protect private property rights, champion REALTOR® Party initiatives and advocate for homeownership and real estate investment.
Chair: Rick Lopez (ricklopez12@msn.com)
Community Outreach Committee
Engage in efforts to support and contribute to our local communities through member involvement.
Co-Chairs: Jessica Garard (jessica@bestflagstaffhomes.com) & Judy Jackson (judyj@nazrealtor.com)
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee
Strives to increase equity, diversity, and inclusion within the association and its leadership, build and expand relationships with multicultural real estate organizations, and address fair housing issues and fair housing planning within our community.
Co-Chairs: Brenden Sands (brendensands@gmail.com) & Lucy Hawkins (lucy.nazrealty@gmail.com)
MLS Committee
Promote sharing of accurate information to advance member cooperation and enhance knowledge, skills, and client engagement related to Multiple Listing Systems.
Chair: Lydia Smith-Hemphill (lydia@flagstaffrealestate.com)
RAPAC Committee
A member-sponsored effort organized to financially support candidates running for local, state, and federal office whose position on real estate regulation and free-market business environment represent the initiatives of the Arizona REALTORS®.
Chair: Rick Lopez (ricklopez12@msn.com)
Health and Wellness Committee
Empowers members to prioritize self-care and resilience in their professional and personal lives by offering activities and guidance for balanced, healthy lifestyles.
Chair: Kara Whitaker (kara.whitaker@ltic.com)
Affiliate Committee
The Affiliate Committee builds and maintains relationships between the local association and its affiliates. The committee helps affiliates stay connected, informed, and involved in association activities.
Chair: Karen Flores (KarenF@BarrettFinancial.com)
Arizona’s Real Estate Network Just Got Stronger
As you know, the Northern Arizona Association of REALTORS®, Prescott Area Association of REALTORS®, The Multiple Listing Service of Southern Arizona, and the White Mountains Association of REALTORS® have joined together in a new datashare partnership, connecting more than 11,700 subscribers across the state. This collaboration provides broader access to listings and represents an important step toward more unified, data-driven service for our members. How might expanded MLS cooperation shape the future value of your association? Read the full press release below to learn more.
Breakdown of 2026 Dues Renewal: Membership Dues & MLS Fees
Breakdown of 2025 Dues Renewal, Due on January 5th
NAAR (Local): $135.00
AAR (State): $175.00
NAR (National): $156.00
NAR Consumer Advertising Campaign (NOT optional): $45.00
1st Quarter MLS Fees: $95.00
Total WITHOUT RAPAC Investment : $606.00
RAPAC Fair Share Investment (Voluntary)*: $35
Total WITH RAPAC Investment: $641.00
*Contributing to RAPAC is voluntary and adjustable. You can donate any amount by changing the amount on the appropriate line on your invoice or online.
**NOTE: THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ON DUES OR MLS FEES. MLS fees are paid QUARTERLY (January, April, July, and October)
Receive $38 OFF MLS QUARTERLY FEES if you pay in FULL by Wednesday, December 31, 2025 ( 95x 4 = 380 - Discount = $342). To take advantage of the discount, please contact NAAR BEFORE December 31, 2025 at (928) 779-4303 or naarflag@nazrealtor.com
Total WITHOUT RAPAC Investment AND Full-Year MLS Fees: $853
Total WITH RAPAC Investment and Full-Year MLS Fees: $888
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, December 1, 2025: Invoices emailed/added to members account
Monday, January 5, 2026: Payment due. If paying with a check, please make sure your check arrives BEFORE January 1, 2026
Thursday, January 8, 2026: $35 Late fee added to all unpaid accounts
Thursday, January 15, 2026: MLS access deactivated for all unpaid members.
Nondeductible Portion Of AAR And NAR Dues
Compliance with the Tax Reform Act of 1993 requires that the portion of dues attributable to lobbying and political activities at the Local, State and Federal levels of government be considered nondeductible for income tax purposes.
Arizona REALTORS®: The 2026 Arizona REALTORS® dues have been approved at $175.00 per member. The nondeductible portion of the 2026 dues is $0 pursuant to the IRS lobbying expense formula and $175.00 will be deductible for member income tax purposes.
National Association of REALTORS®: For 2026, with dues at $156 per member, NAR computes 35 percent or $55 to be nondeductible for the member's income tax purposes due to NAR lobbying efforts. Please note that the entire $45 special assessment qualifies as fully deductible.
In addition, contributions (including member dues) to NAR are not tax deductible as charitable contributions. However, they may be tax deductible under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Make a Difference in Your Business and Invest in RAPAC!
Make an Investment AND Win a Prize! Visa Gift Card Raffle. Deadline to enter raffle is Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Making an Investment when paying your dues is simple and easy. Here’s what you need to do:
Invest $100 for a chance to win a $200 Visa Gift Card
Invest $250 for a chance to win a $500 Visa Gift Card
Invest $500 for a change to win $1000 Visa Gift Card
Invest $1000 (Major Investor) for a chance to win $2000 Visa Gift Card
Contributions to RAPAC are voluntary and are used for political purposes. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal or otherwise affecting your membership rights. 70 percent of each contribution will be sent to Arizona PAC for state and local activities. Contributions to National RPAC are charged against your limits under 2 U.S.C 441a. Contributions are not deductible for income tax.
Updates to the Arizona Administrative Code
The Arizona Department of Real Estate has finalized updates to the Arizona Administrative Code, Title 4, Chapter 28. These changes will take effect on December 13, 2025.
The authenticated PDF of the Arizona Administrative Register (A.A.R.), available on the Arizona Secretary of State’s website, serves as the official published record for all rulemaking activity in Arizona. Rulemaking, as defined under the Arizona Administrative Procedure Act (A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 6, Articles 1–10), is documented in the Register, which is organized by volume and page number. Each volume covers a calendar year and is published weekly, with page numbers continuing consecutively. The Register also includes notices of terminated rules and rules that have expired.
Insights from the Latest NAR Generational Trends Report
Since 2013, the National Association of REALTORS® has released the Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report, offering a clear look at the similarities and differences among home buyers and sellers across generations. The data in this report is drawn from the annual Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.
This year’s survey reflects transactions completed between July 2024 - June 2025 and provides industry professionals, consumers, and policymakers with detailed insights into today’s homebuying and selling behavior. Notably, first-time home buyers fell to a historic low of 21 percent, and the median age of these buyers rose to 40. Despite these shifts, approximately nine in ten buyers and sellers worked with a real estate agent, with seller representation reaching record highs.
Profile of Real Estate Firms: An Executive Summary of NAR Brokers of Record
What does a "typical" real estate firm look like, according to NAR? What will its challenges be the in the next two years? Which business tools are provided or encouraged? Learn more about real estate firms from NAR's Profile of Real Estate Firms.
Home Improvement Insights for You and Your Clients
Do you or your clients have a home-improvement project on the horizon? Whether you’re renovating a recently purchased property, preparing a home for the market, or simply enhancing everyday enjoyment, hiring a licensed contractor is essential. A qualified remodeling professional can streamline the process, help avoid costly mistakes, and ensure the work meets code and safety standards. Check out this month’s latest article in NAR’s Consumer Guide Series to learn more.
Protect Your Health Like You Protect Your Clients
You’ve built your business. Now protect it when you enroll in health coverage that works for you. Our Member Health Insurance Solutions include one-on-one consultations and group plan discounts available only to REALTORS®.
Whether you keep your ACA plan or need a new solution, REALTORS® Insurance Place benefit specialists can guide you year-round. You’ll get help comparing group accident, vision, dental, and telehealth products designed to save you time and money.
Enrollment Period: Nov 1 – Dec 15, 2025
Coverage Starts: Jan 1, 2026
Upcoming Events
Register for local NAAR events directly on our website using the button below. If you’re interested in volunteering with NAAR next month, contact Community Outreach Committee Chair, Hunter Hicks at hunterhicks418@gmail.com for more information.
11/26 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSES AT NOON: Thanksgiving Holiday
11/27 & 11/28 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSED: Thanksgiving Holiday
12/11 - 2025 Annual Holiday Breakfast
12/24 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSES AT NOON: Christmas Holiday
12/25 & 12/26 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSED: Christmas Holiday
12/31 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSES AT NOON: New Year Holiday
1/1 & 1/2 - NAAR OFFICE CLOSED: New Year Holiday
MLS Complaint Summary
October 26 - November 21
Click here for ADRE Disciplinary Actions
MLS Rules and Regulations Reminder
Upon final closing, the listing broker must change the listing to "sold" and report the correct sales price by the end of the third calendar day (72 hours) after the final closing date. Listings not marked as "sold" within 72 hours will receive a fine of "FINE LEVEL B" is assessed for failing to update the status.
Please take a moment to review the NAAR MLS Rules and Regulations and the NAAR MLS Penalty Policy.
